We are promised to achieve eventual attainment of the wonderful state of joy.

With that in mind, we begin the destination-less match on the treadmill to nowhere. However, in spite of the match, or even the robust jog, regardless of how fast we run, or for how long, the distance to our “happiness destination” remains the same. For this very reason, I’m enthused to ask a simple question: Who is it that we are trying so desperately to improve?

May I therefore suggest that the “who” whose life we are trying to repair, does not actually exist outside of a story that was imposed upon us a long, long time ago? May I be so impudent to suggest that we are attempting to make an imaginary person happy? And…may I also suggest that this is an impossible task to take?

Please remember; we cannot improve the lot of a story book character. But we can put down the book and notice that the one reading is not actually in the story. Let’s step off the treadmill and ground ourselves onto solid ground–which is the only answer to finding our true selves.

Start by sitting up straight or standing tall. Inhale to the count of four and then exhale to the count of four. Make sure that you are breathing from the diaphragm rather than the chest. You should notice your belly moving up and down if you are performing this correctly. Continue for about five minutes or until you feel a significant change in your body and mood.

Focusing on your breath works with the element of air to increase lung capacity and oxygenate your blood. This raises your cellular and molecular vibratory rate, thus dispelling negative energy. You and your aura will be revitalized!

The earth has gravitational pull and a frequency all on its own. When you connect with the earth it can act like a magnet and suck out the negative energy from your aura. Essentially, it acts like a grounding rod, but instead of absorbing the energy from a lightning strike, it absorbs those bad vibes hanging out in your aura.

So, spend some time in the garden, dig in the dirt or just sit on the ground. Mother Earth will help rid you of those low vibrations. And don’t worry, she can handle it—just make sure you give thanks!

Since ancient times, fire has ritually been used for purification. Sacred fires often graced temples and are still used today in the form of candles, firepots and fire bowls. In addition to creating hallowed space, fire can also purify and cleanse your aura.

Whether you choose to sit in front of a fireplace, hang out by a campfire, or simply burn a few candles, spending time near fire is healing. It will help move stagnant and negative auric energy and transmute it into positive vibrations.

If you’re nowhere near a fire source, you can still use this element to clear your aura. All you need to do is visualize yourself engulfed in violet flames. See them consuming all the bad vibrations within your personal space.

Last but not least, the water element can also help cleanse and clear your aura. Holy water is perhaps the easiest way to work with this element. Blessing or anointing yourself with it while saying a prayer or invocation can instantly remove negative vibrations from your aura.

Baths and showers can also help you wash away the negativity. While in the water, be sure to visualize those bad vibes going down the drain.

If you’re looking for something a little more exciting, consider taking a trip to the ocean. The negative ions produced by the ocean penetrate the air, creating positive energy to push out the bad. Here you’re working with both water and air.

Have you read the book ; Do Not Force It, Tap The Good? It is a book that will take you on an intensive spiritual Cleansing and revitalizing journey.